Per gli amici, Lucio, classe 1996, sono un informatico e un designer industriale che ha cominciato a fare impresa nel paesello dove sono nato, nel centro della mia amata Sicilia. Ho 2 partit, ehm, 2 attività di cui vado fiero, una è nell'ambito dell'artigianato, settore legno, e l'altra è un'azienda agricola. Sono un perito informatico e dopo aver iniziato gli studi al dipartimento di matematica e informatica all'università di Catania, per imprevisti o forse opportunità, non ho concluso la carriera da programmatore, ho capito che volevo fare altre cose da grande e adesso sto completando gli studi in Architettura e design industriale presso la San Raffaele Roma.
Sono una ex recluta del GDG Catania e ho fatto tanta esperienza nel mondo delle startup, partendo dal brainstorming.
Ho molte skill, ma resto umile, mi piace la musica e la pasta al forno.

Per gli amici, Lucio, classe 1996, sono un informatico e un designer industriale che ha cominciato a fare impresa nel paesello dove sono nato, nel centro della mia amata Sicilia. Ho 2 partit, ehm, 2 attività di cui vado fiero, una è nell'ambito dell'... Show more

Currently being most passionate about Azure Local and Azure Arc. Coming down a long way with Microsoft tech only, since the 90s

Currently being most passionate about Azure Local and Azure Arc. Coming down a long way with Microsoft tech only, since the 90s Show more

Precious Tom is the founder and CEO of Pandascrow Inc. Tom was a Mentor with Sugar Labs in Google Summer of Code and Code-in. Ex CTO at Farmsby.

Tom is an Open Source Evangelize and contributes to several communities.

Precious Tom is the founder and CEO of Pandascrow Inc. Tom was a Mentor with Sugar Labs in Google Summer of Code and Code-in. Ex CTO at Farmsby. Tom is an Open Source Evangelize and contributes to several communities. Show more

Soy Josué Ángel Gutiérrez Cuéllar, estudiante de Ingeniería de Software en la Universidad Tecnológica del Perú y un convencido de que la tecnología debe tener propósito. Desde niño, siempre tuve la curiosidad de entender cómo funcionaba la tecnología. Aprendí a programar de manera autodidacta a los 9 años usando Game Maker Studio, un entorno que emplea una versión modificada de C y un paradigma orientado a objetos. Sin saberlo, comencé a programar de una manera no tan sencilla, sin cursos formales, pero impulsado por tutoriales y desafíos personales. Así nació mi mentalidad: “tal vez no lo sé todo, pero haré todo lo que pueda con lo que sé”.

Aunque Game Maker estaba pensado para videojuegos, yo lo utilizaba para crear herramientas funcionales que me sirvieran en mi día a día, como un "Word" simplificado para hacer mis mapas conceptuales en el colegio o un horario con enlaces directos a mis clases de Zoom en pandemia. Desde entonces, nunca me alejé de la programación. Aprendí HTML, CSS y JavaScript en mis tiempos libres, y luego Python. En segundo año de secundaria decidí que quería estudiar Ingeniería de Software.

Ingresé a la universidad con 16 años y ese mismo año obtuve una beca en EdX para llevar de manera remota el curso CS50x de la Universidad de Harvard, el cual culminé con nota perfecta. Como proyecto final desarrollé Sleep Watch Alert, una plataforma con inteligencia artificial que detecta si un bebé está dormido o despierto y envía alertas a un smartwatch. Esta idea nació por una necesidad familiar: ayudar a cuidar a mi sobrina recién nacida. Con el tiempo, el proyecto fue mejorado y me permitió ganar un hackathon en la Universidad de Concordia en Montreal, Canadá.

Más adelante, me convertí en voluntario en RobBuild, enseñando programación a niños, y gracias a una asociación tuve la oportunidad de enseñar de manera activa durante medio año en la Municipalidad de Lima. Gracias al impacto de estas sesiones, fui invitado a ser el primero en grabar una clase modelo para una plataforma educativa gratuita dirigida a niños de bajos recursos para que obtengan certificados en tecnología.

También lideré un equipo finalista en la Datatón del Ministerio de Trabajo, donde diseñamos una mano robótica para personas con parálisis que permite controlar una computadora, y desarrollamos una plataforma inclusiva de búsqueda de empleo conectada al portal del Ministerio. En este evento, tuve la oportunidad de dialogar y aprender con ingenieros de Google, Huawei y un representante de la Unión Europea especializado en economía.

Después, gané el primer lugar en el hackathon internacional CodePi, con sede en Francia, desarrollando un videojuego educativo para niños. El jurado estuvo compuesto por profesionales de empresas como Google, Apple, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft y Disney Streaming.

Actualmente tengo 19 años y recientemente, fui seleccionado entre más de 10 mil postulantes para ser representante activo en el Capítulo Nacional de la Juventud, impulsado por el Foro Mundial de Alimentación y la FAO - ONU, donde ya he presentado una propuesta disruptiva ante entidades gubernamentales internacionales, representantes de la FAO - ONU y SENAJU sobre un nuevo paradigma para el futuro de la agricultura en el país, llevando la tecnología y la inteligencia artificial al servicio de los agricultores rurales con ayuda de plataformas del Estado, entre otras cosas.

Gracias a todos estos logros es que he sido reconocido en más de una ocasión por mi universidad como un orgullo, y han destacado mis logros en LinkedIn. Realmente estoy muy agradecido por cada paso y lo que significa para mí y para la juventud en el Perú.

Cada parte de mi camino ha estado guiada por un propósito: usar la tecnología para mejorar vidas. Mi enfoque es claro: innovación responsable, inteligencia artificial con ética y desarrollo con sentido humano. Creo en el potencial humano y creo en un mañana mejor.

Soy Josué Ángel Gutiérrez Cuéllar, estudiante de Ingeniería de Software en la Universidad Tecnológica del Perú y un convencido de que la tecnología debe tener propósito. Desde niño, siempre tuve la curiosidad de entender cómo funcionaba la tecnología... Show more

Con más de 10 años de experiencia en Business Analytics y Transformación Digital, he liderado proyectos de innovación en canales digitales, business analytics, CRMs y optimización de procesos en mercados Latinoamericanos específicamente en sectores como banca, retail, automotriz, agroindustrias y educación superior.

En BAC-Credomatic, Grupo Casa Pellas "Toyota Nicaragua" e INCAE Business School, he implementado/rediseñado soluciones avanzadas como Tableau, Power BI y Salesforce, mejorando la eficiencia operativa y la toma de decisiones basadas en datos. He impulsado la reestructuración de KPIs, la automatización de procesos comerciales y la integración de sistemas CRM, impactando positivamente en la estrategia de marketing digital y las operaciones comerciales, gestionando la sinergia entre talentosos equipos multidisciplinarios.

Paralelamente me he desempeñado como Profesor en especializaciones en Inteligencia de Negocios y Operaciones a nivel internacional, donde comparto mis conocimientos para empoderar a futuros líderes en analítica y transformación empresarial.

Mi enfoque se centra en la innovación, la mejora continua y la transformación digital para generar valor estratégico a través de los datos.

Con más de 10 años de experiencia en Business Analytics y Transformación Digital, he liderado proyectos de innovación en canales digitales, business analytics, CRMs y optimización de procesos en mercados Latinoamericanos específicamente en sectores c... Show more

Abdrahman Oladimeji is a passionate and results-driven Frontend Developer with an expertise in crafting modern, highly performant, and user-centric digital experiences. He specializes in bridging the gap between design and functionality, creating seamless interfaces that delight users across web and mobile platforms.

​A dedicated open source advocate, Abdrahman channels this passion not only into his code contributions but also into fostering a vibrant tech community. His commitment to excellence is evidenced by his multiple industry awards, which recognize his impact and innovative work in the development space.
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He has a proven track record of organizing, co-organizing, and volunteering for several impactful tech communities and events, sharing his technical insights and mentoring emerging talent. His core mission is to empower others and bring out the best in them, making a tangible impact one collaboration and one line of code at a time.

Abdrahman Oladimeji is a passionate and results-driven Frontend Developer with an expertise in crafting modern, highly performant, and user-centric digital experiences. He specializes in bridging the gap between design and functionality, creating sea... Show more

I’m Rajni, a passionate marketing executive at JPLoft, a leading web and app development company. Beyond marketing, I enjoy discussing emerging technologies and future innovations.

I’m Rajni, a passionate marketing executive at JPLoft, a leading web and app development company. Beyond marketing, I enjoy discussing emerging technologies and future innovations. Show more

At Supreme Green Diamond, we specialize in growing high-quality diamonds using advanced laboratory techniques. Our in-house team of researchers has indigenously developed state-of-the-art Microwave Plasma Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) technology, enabling us to produce superior diamonds with precision and consistency.

At Supreme Green Diamond, we specialize in growing high-quality diamonds using advanced laboratory techniques. Our in-house team of researchers has indigenously developed state-of-the-art Microwave Plasma Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) technology, e... Show more

Originaire d'un sud ouest rural et agricole, mon parcours est largement influencé par le rapport au vivant et la convivialité.
Depuis 10 ans, je travaille sur les problématiques d’organisation de projets toujours dans un souci d’optimiser la création de valeur.
Je mets l’accent sur la pérennité des démarches mises en œuvre en m’appuyant sur : l’intelligence collective, l’humain, les méthodes agiles et le lean management.
Mes expériences récentes m’ont permis de développer une spécialité dans la méthode Scrum et l’approche produit.
Passionné par l’humain, je consacre mon énergie pour permettre à une organisation et aux personnes qui la composent d’être au meilleur de leurs capacités.
Pour l'avenir, j'espère avoir encore plus d'impact positif auprès de mes équipes, afin qu'elles apportent de la valeur et du sens à leur contexte.

Originaire d'un sud ouest rural et agricole, mon parcours est largement influencé par le rapport au vivant et la convivialité. Depuis 10 ans, je travaille sur les problématiques d’organisation de projets toujours dans un souci d’optimiser la créatio... Show more

Analytics strategist-builder with 30 years of hands-on technical and leadership experience. Envisions, sells, builds and manages fresh approaches to data-driven decision making for biopharma, agriculture, supply chain and telecom clients. Unlocks value rapidly by bridging business and technical cultures. Thrives when growing new teams.

Analytics strategist-builder with 30 years of hands-on technical and leadership experience. Envisions, sells, builds and manages fresh approaches to data-driven decision making for biopharma, agriculture, supply chain and telecom clients. Unlocks val... Show more

Ian Schenkel of Newport Beach is a mechanical engineer turned entrepreneur with more than thirty years of experience in the food industry. Based in Newport Beach, California, he has built a career that brings together technical expertise and business knowledge. Over the years, his work has spanned machinery design, large-scale food manufacturing, private labeling, and product development. He is best known as the founder of a food manufacturing company that has remained successful for more than three decades despite the many challenges of a competitive marketplace.

His career began with a degree in mechanical engineering, which gave him the ability to understand systems and find ways to improve them. In the early part of his professional life, he focused on designing and building machinery, skills that later became essential when he moved into food production. Unlike many who start businesses with only a marketing idea, he entered the industry with a technical foundation. Ian Schenkel Haliburton understood the importance of reliable equipment and how small efficiencies in production could build into meaningful results over time.

Before starting his own company, he worked in several parts of the food business. Through private labeling, he gained an understanding of how to maintain brand identity while meeting the demands of large-scale production. Schenkel also developed expertise in specialized areas such as frozen vegetables and fire roasting. When he decided to establish his own company, he knew the risks involved. Margins were often tight, supply chains were complex, and consumer preferences shifted quickly. Still, he focused on creating a business model that could adapt while remaining committed to quality.

That approach shaped the long-term success of the company. It expanded into new opportunities, refined operations, and built a reputation for consistency. His leadership has always centered on key principles: quality control, efficiency in operations, adaptability, and team development. Ian has invested in training and worked to build a culture where employees feel valued, believing that the strength of the company rests with its people.

His leadership style reflects a balance of technical knowledge and strategic vision. He uses both data and long experience while also listening to his team and keeping attention on long-term goals. Outside of business, he enjoys boating and golf, both of which require patience and adaptability. His connection to Haliburton also provides balance and perspective away from daily responsibilities.

Over more than three decades, he has seen shifts in markets, consumer behavior, and technology. What he has learned is that lasting success comes not from one breakthrough but from consistent improvements made over time. With 33 years in business, his company stands as proof of endurance, adaptability, and trust built with employees, partners, and customers. From his early years as an engineer to his long-standing role as an entrepreneur, Ian Schenkel continues to demonstrate that quality, efficiency, and persistence are the foundation of lasting success.

Ian Schenkel of Newport Beach is a mechanical engineer turned entrepreneur with more than thirty years of experience in the food industry. Based in Newport Beach, California, he has built a career that brings together technical expertise and business... Show more

Creative and Branding Strategist

Creative and Branding Strategist Show more

Abdulkabir Toyyib, Mobile Developer at Hacktor Technologies.

Abdulkabir Toyyib, Mobile Developer at Hacktor Technologies. Show more

I've been working professionally with data for over 10 years, mostly as a Data Engineer, but I've done everything from mainframe Database Administration to cloud Data Architecture. Python has been my language of choice for 6 years. I certainly won't claim to be an expert but I have done a lot of ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) over the years!

I live in Iowa with my wife and have two awesome kids (4 and 1) and two dogs.

I hope to share some knowledge and learn some more on the way.

I've been working professionally with data for over 10 years, mostly as a Data Engineer, but I've done everything from mainframe Database Administration to cloud Data Architecture. Python has been my language of choice for 6 years. I certainly won't ... Show more

Adrian Alexander of New York, born in Bucharest, Romania, in 1946, emigrated to the United States in 1964 after completing high school. Holding dual U.S. and Italian citizenships, his early days in America were marked by adversity; his father passed away just six months after their arrival. He rose to the challenge, supporting his mother while pursuing his education. He earned a Master’s in Electrical Engineering from NYU Engineering School in 1970 and an MBA from Harvard Business School in 1972.

His academic excellence during these challenging times set the stage for his successful career. He began in investment banking, recruited by Morgan Stanley & Co. from Harvard, where he worked for three years before moving to Lehman Brothers Kuhn Loeb as VP of Mergers and Acquisitions.

In 1978, his career took him to Milan, Italy, where he worked for the executive search firm Egon Zehnder, recruiting executives for multinational clients until 1983. He spent most of the subsequent decades working in Italy, reflecting his deep ties and commitment to his European origins.

Upon returning to the U.S., he demonstrated his entrepreneurial spirit by acquiring and revitalizing Minneapolis Sport, a struggling sporting goods store franchise, which he successfully sold to its franchisees. His knack for transformation was further evidenced from 1987 to 1990 when he joined Polly Peck International, Plc as Vice President of Acquisitions, notably acquiring Del Monte Fresh Fruit Company and developing the company’s strategy in Eastern Europe.

He continued to leverage his extensive experience by advising a regional corporate stationer from 1991 to 1994, guiding it to become a $2 billion multinational office products distributor. Subsequently, he served as the principal of a boutique investment bank, specializing in emerging healthcare companies and securing crucial venture capital investments.

In 1996, he founded the Phoenix Real Estate Fund in New York, acquiring and managing over 200 properties before selling the fund at the end of 1999. He then established Technology Seed Capital in 2000, an early-stage venture capital fund that supported technology startups for three years.

His innovative approach to business continued with his partnership with Limores.net, a pioneering online platform for ground transportation, from 2004 to 2006. He also managed an imaging center in Astoria, New York, from 2006 to 2014, which he successfully turned around and sold.

In 2010, he founded Health Settlement, LLC, a lender for personal injury cases, eventually partnering with U.S. Claims, a Blackstone company, in 2014.

On a personal note, Adrian Alexander is a dedicated family man. He celebrates significant anniversaries and milestones with his wife and children. He also enjoys the strategic complexities of chess and poker, where he applies his analytical skills and strategic thinking.

Adrian Alexander of New York’s journey from a Romanian immigrant to a successful American entrepreneur showcases his resilience, strategic acumen, and ability to navigate and thrive in diverse industries and challenges.

Adrian Alexander of New York, born in Bucharest, Romania, in 1946, emigrated to the United States in 1964 after completing high school. Holding dual U.S. and Italian citizenships, his early days in America were marked by adversity; his father passed ... Show more

Awoke Dagnew is a dedicated and collaborative project management professional with over 13 years of experience in the non-profit sector. He has strong expertise and skills in project design and execution, having successfully managed a diverse range of development and humanitarian projects. Awoke's expertise spans program management, monitoring, and evaluation, particularly in areas such as water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), women’s empowerment, digital rights, and social inclusion. His experience includes strategy development, project design and execution, program logistics administration, and engaging in policy dialogues. Currently, he is working with HOPE International Development Agency in the capacity of Strategy and Programs Manager and actively volunteering with TOGETHER, a civil society working towards narrowing down the digital divide for persons with disabilities.

Awoke holds a Master’s degree in Political Science and Social Work, and a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. He is an alumnus of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Regional Leadership Center and the DATA4CHANGE Data Storytelling and Design Sprint. Recognized for his leadership and impact, Awoke was awarded the African Youth SDGs Achievers Award in 2022, under the category of Leader of Equality. His professional interests include policy dialogue, digital inclusion, environmental sustainability, women’s empowerment, and WASH issues.

Awoke Dagnew is a dedicated and collaborative project management professional with over 13 years of experience in the non-profit sector. He has strong expertise and skills in project design and execution, having successfully managed a diverse range o... Show more

An AI enthusiastic with high skills in Front End development , combine my personal journey along with skills that adds tons of values in developers day to day using AI

An AI enthusiastic with high skills in Front End development , combine my personal journey along with skills that adds tons of values in developers day to day using AI Show more

Jeff Julian is a software consultant, author, entrepreneur, woodworker, marketer, videographer, photographer, and now a device designer in AgTech. He was the Co-Founder of Geekswithblogs.net with one of the club leaders, John Alexander, former Microsoft MVP in XML and SharePoint, former co-leader of this .NET User Group, and has been working on web applications since the mid-90s.

Jeff Julian is a software consultant, author, entrepreneur, woodworker, marketer, videographer, photographer, and now a device designer in AgTech. He was the Co-Founder of Geekswithblogs.net with one of the club leaders, John Alexander, former Micro... Show more

David Laribee is a coach, developer, teacher, international speaker, and co-founder of Nerd/Noir. Over the last 25+ years, he’s helped develop digital product development teams and organizations in a wide variety of industries, including banking, retail, technology, insurance, defense, and higher education.

David has been at the forefront of several movements in software development. He helped create the dojo approach to immersive learning, popularize lean and kanban methods, and introduce product thinking to the agile landscape. As an engineering leader, David was an early adopter and advocate of eXtreme Programming, Kanban and Domain Driven Design. David is a former Microsoft MVP in both Solutions Architecture and C# and co-founder of the ALT.NET movement, which has spawned dozens of user groups across the globe dedicated to open-source and modern engineering practices.

Before founding Nerd/Noir with his wife, Alexandra West, David coached the product development teams at VersionOne, a market leader in agile project management tools. These days you can find him working across several active dojos, collaborating with leaders on strategy, and helping to build capable coaching teams at Fortune 500 firms and hypergrowth startups. David started work life at the early age of five on a farm in Upstate NY — an upbringing that accounts for his lead-from-the-front approach, appreciation for small/cross-disciplinary teams, and appreciation for authentic maple syrup.

David Laribee is a coach, developer, teacher, international speaker, and co-founder of Nerd/Noir. Over the last 25+ years, he’s helped develop digital product development teams and organizations in a wide variety of industries, including banking, ret... Show more

Dinah Coetzer
Current Position: M365 & D365 Change & Adoption coach at Infinite People.

Professional Background: Dinah Coetzer has 30 years’ experience on numerous and different types of projects. From within business on the receiving side and growing into the implementation side with business. Ensuring a 360-degree view of implementations.

Expertise and Specializations: Dinah has a Business Analysis Certification, Prosci Change Management Certification, Business Management Diploma, Project Management Certification as well as Dynamics 365 certifications.

Notable Achievements: Dinah’s passion is with the people. Mitigating the fear and ensuring each user can transact successfully is her greatest achievements. When people understand the Why and the What, the How is effortless.

Dinah Coetzer Current Position: M365 & D365 Change & Adoption coach at Infinite People. Professional Background: Dinah Coetzer has 30 years’ experience on numerous and different types of projects. From within business on the receiving side and g... Show more

Ann Cammaro is the Founder and CEO of Antarexxa Space Global, a pioneering organization dedicated to bridging the gap between spacefaring nations and emerging space countries based in Bali, Indonesia. As a passionate space advocate, educator, and strategist, Ann has championed space advocacy since 2014, expanding her impact globally through Antarexxa since 2020. Under her leadership, the company has delivered space education programs virtually to participants across 76 countries and 67 cities in Indonesia, inspiring youth, educators, and professionals to cultivate interest in the New Space economy and pursue careers in the growing space industry; most importantly to leverage space technology to improve quality of life on Earth and address global challenges.

With over a decade of experience in marketing and communication, strategic international business development, government relations, and multi-stakeholder project coordination, Ann brings a unique blend of expertise to the space sector. Her work spans industries such as infrastructure, education, cybersecurity, aerospace and defense, renewable energy, biotechnology, and environmental conservation, with a proven track record in intergovernmental and interagency collaboration.

Ann is deeply committed to fostering international collaboration, workforce development, and diversity in STEAM fields, with a focus on empowering local talent in Indonesia and beyond. Her initiatives include international study space tours, championing local teams for international competitions, and connecting Indonesian talents with global opportunities in space exploration and industry. Ann’s vision is to create a future where emerging nations play a pivotal role in shaping the space ecosystem, from Earth to the Moon and beyond.

Currently serving as a NASA Harvard-Smithsonian SciX Lead Ambassador for 2025-2027, her primary role is to promote scientific literacy and encourage academic contributions to space exploration. Ann is also the spokesperson for the recently established Indonesia Space Association, advocating for Indonesia's strategic development as a significant global space player in the near future.

Ann Cammaro is the Founder and CEO of Antarexxa Space Global, a pioneering organization dedicated to bridging the gap between spacefaring nations and emerging space countries based in Bali, Indonesia. As a passionate space advocate, educator, and str... Show more

Lütfü Mert Ceylan is a Security Researcher working for two different cyber security companies in the UK and in the Netherlands as a freelancer, especially specializes in the Web Application field of Cybersecurity. He will also be a speaker at the International Cyber ​​Security conference OWASP 2023 Global AppSec Washington D.C. USA, which will be held on December 31.

He is an OWASP Project Leader and owner of the OWASP Top 25 Parameters project. He is also the OWASP Poland Chapter Board Member and the founder of TR Bug Hunters, Turkey's active security researcher & bug hunter community.

He is specifically focused about Server-side and client-side attacks. He is actively involved in the bug bounty field and he has helped detect and exploit over 500 security vulnerabilities across 75+ web applications for companies such as Apple, Oracle, Adobe, Mozilla, United Nations, European Union and 30+ more prestigious companies and organizations, then included their Hall of Fame. Also in the field of cybersecurity, he actively writes articles and writes complex code snippets with Javascript, such as creating XSS payloads with cuneiform.

He has a news article in the Portswigger about the CVE record of a vulnerability he discovered. He studies at the Warsaw University of Technology and he lives in Warsaw, Poland but in his homeland during the remaining period of his education he lives in Bursa, Turkey.

Lütfü Mert Ceylan is a Security Researcher working for two different cyber security companies in the UK and in the Netherlands as a freelancer, especially specializes in the Web Application field of Cybersecurity. He will also be a speaker at the Int... Show more

Emmanuel Gabriel Ndayambaje is the founder and CEO of Afrixyz Organic Foods Uganda and the Afrixyz For SDG2 Global Youth Initiative. He empowers refugee and rural youth in Uganda through sustainable agriculture and entrepreneurship. His e-commerce platform connects local farmers to both national and international markets, promoting a transparent and equitable food supply chain.

With expertise in organic farming and business development, Emmanuel's mission focuses on food security and self-sufficiency for marginalized communities. He has participated in the Stanford Entrepreneurship Program and I-UPSHIFT Accelerator, enhancing his skills in social entrepreneurship. At IICE-2025, he will represent Afrixyz For SDG2 Global Youth Initiatives Platform, sharing insights on sustainable farming and youth empowerment.

Emmanuel Gabriel Ndayambaje is the founder and CEO of Afrixyz Organic Foods Uganda and the Afrixyz For SDG2 Global Youth Initiative. He empowers refugee and rural youth in Uganda through sustainable agriculture and entrepreneurship. His e-commerce pl... Show more

As the Transportation Theme Lead of the National Spatial Data Infrastructure, Derald works to maximize the utility of public geospatial transportation information by making it easier to create, publish, discover, access, integrate, exchange, and analyze.

Derald has been a geographer with the Federal Government since 1996. He holds a Geography degree from Towson University, a Computer Science degree from Hood College, and is currently a PhD student in the School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.

Derald’s geography career started at the GIS lab at Virginia Tech in 1992 where he digitized stream orders and soil types for the state of Virginia.

Starting in 1996 he worked as a cartographer at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Marine Chart Division where he managed source data used in the construction of Nautical Charts.

Derald started at the USDOT in 2001; His early work focused on developing geospatial-transportation data, cartographic automation, and application development. He currently Leads the Transportation Theme of NSDI and chairs the Geospatial Transportation Subcommittee. The subcommittee is authorized by the Federal Geographic Data Committee and sponsored by the Bureau of Transportation Statistics.

As theme lead he helps maximize the benefit geospatial-transportation resources for the nation. Specifically, he coordinates the efforts of federal partners and facilitates their compliance with legislative and executive directives directed at improving geospatial data management.

As the Geospatial Transportation Subcommittee Chair, he facilitates cooperation and fosters awareness among federal, state, local, tribal, and private organizations to ease geospatial data discovery, collection, construction, publication, integration, analysis, and archival.

As the Transportation Theme Lead of the National Spatial Data Infrastructure, Derald works to maximize the utility of public geospatial transportation information by making it easier to create, publish, discover, access, integrate, exchange, and anal... Show more

I am Saptak Biswas a BTech student specializing in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Known for enthusiasm and dedication to technology, developed skills in artificial intelligence, machine learning, Flutter, and web development through a series of hands-on projects with commitment to academic growth and research ,recently recognized with the acceptance of first research publication, motivated to leverage knowledge to address real-world challenges and drive innovation in the field.

I am Saptak Biswas a BTech student specializing in Electrical and Electronics Engineering. Known for enthusiasm and dedication to technology, developed skills in artificial intelligence, machine learning, Flutter, and web development through a s... Show more

Software Engineer focused on supporting large-scale software systems since 2015
Dedicated to streamlining processes, automation, configuration management.
Since 2019, I've been a proud member of RedHat's Platform team, serving as a Senior Site Reliability Engineer

Software Engineer focused on supporting large-scale software systems since 2015 Dedicated to streamlining processes, automation, configuration management. Since 2019, I've been a proud member of RedHat's Platform team, serving as a Senior Site Reli... Show more

Renée Dalo is a dynamic keynote speaker, educator, and coach who transforms how creative entrepreneurs approach their businesses and lives. Renowned for her approachable and intelligent style (with an extra dash of humor!), Renée combines real-world experience, actionable strategies, and a touch of inspiration to help her audiences thrive.

Renée’s speaking career spans over a decade, with seven consecutive years as a top-rated presenter at Wedding MBA, keynotes at events like NACE Evolve, and workshops at leading conferences such as The Special Event, Alt Summit, and Be Sage. Her ability to connect with audiences, provide real solutions, and make even complex topics accessible has made her one of the most sought-after voices in the wedding and events industry.

With over 13 years of experience as the founder of Moxie Bright Events, Renée knows firsthand the challenges faced by wedding professionals. As a Certified Co-Active Life and Business Coach (CPCC), she also brings unique insights into personal development and the mindset shifts needed to succeed. Her sessions empower entrepreneurs to work smarter, communicate effectively, and embrace their full potential with confidence and moxie.

Renée’s speaking topics are as varied as her expertise, covering everything from building better habits for success to overcoming overwhelm and burnout, from mastering the art of storytelling to creating strong relationships between wedding planners and vendors. She specializes in breaking down complex ideas into actionable takeaways, whether she’s teaching wedding pros how to manage Gen Z clients, navigate tough transitions, or lead with intention on the big day and beyond.

One of Renée’s core philosophies is that personal growth is the foundation of professional success. Whether she’s coaching creatives to express themselves with clarity, helping introverts shine in an extroverted industry, or sharing her journey through pivots and challenges, her sessions always inspire actionable change.

Renée’s accolades include winning Speaker of the Year from the National Association of Catering and Events (NACE), Palm Springs Chapter, recognition by Honeybook’s 20 On The Rise and BizBash’s Most Influential Event Pros, and the upcoming release of her first book, The Coordination Cure. On stage, she delivers every talk with warmth, insight, and her signature wit, leaving audiences inspired to take their next big leap.

Whether you’re looking for a keynote speaker to energize your next event, a workshop leader to bring actionable value to your attendees, or a coach to inspire your team, Renée Dalo delivers.

Renée Dalo is a dynamic keynote speaker, educator, and coach who transforms how creative entrepreneurs approach their businesses and lives. Renowned for her approachable and intelligent style (with an extra dash of humor!), Renée combines real-world ... Show more

I’ve been working with Drupal for over 10 years and have always carried a large-scale project idea since my teenage years. It’s too big to tackle alone, so I’ve split it into smaller, more manageable projects. My first focus is automating the development process to improve to improve their creation efficiency.

With the freelance Drupal market being challenging this year, I decided to take my ideas seriously, sharing them publicly to gauge their relevance before diving into development.

I’ve been working with Drupal for over 10 years and have always carried a large-scale project idea since my teenage years. It’s too big to tackle alone, so I’ve split it into smaller, more manageable projects. My first focus is automating the develop... Show more

IT experience of over 15 years and most of that time exclusively tied to the Unified Communications, Exchange Server and messaging solutions. Last 10 years working on integration Cloud services and application solutions in a business enterprise environment (audio / video / voice / messaging / security & compliance / endpoint protection). Experiences about Microsoft365 has already presented to the MS Community of Bosnia and Herzegovina and different major Microsoft Conferences (MS Community Conference, MS Network Conference, MS Indeed Bulgaria, Microsoft TechDays, #Tarabica, European Collaboration Summit, WinDays, Sinergija, Advance Technology Day, KulenDays) in region. An active member of the Microsoft Community BiH, where speak on the topic of integration and solutions in Cloud (Microsoft365 / Azure / Security). Last 9 years awarded with Microsoft MVP award in category Office Apps And Services.

Private: Hi-Fi Audiophile, Rockabilly, Wine, Music Collector and leading and writing first blog about Bosnia/Herzegovina wines and winery's (url: http://goo.gl/rwrp69)

IT experience of over 15 years and most of that time exclusively tied to the Unified Communications, Exchange Server and messaging solutions. Last 10 years working on integration Cloud services and application solutions in a business enterprise envir... Show more

M. Castro Gbêmêmali Hounmenou holds a PhD in Statistics-Probability and is a post-doctoral researcher in Biostatistics and Artificial Intelligence at the Research and Training Center in Infectiology of Guinea (CERFIG), Gamal Nasser University of Conakry, Guinea. Previously, he was a Lecturer-Researcher at the Laboratory of Biometrics and Forestry Estimations at the University of Abomey-Calavi, Benin. He actively participates in various scientific communities, contributing to fields such as biostatistics, applied statistics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, climate change, agriculture, environment, and public health. He has received several awards, including the best poster award for his doctoral thesis work at the Doctoral School of Excellence Centers of Benin of the World Bank in 2021, and was nominated in 2024 among 'World Top Scientists' in the 'Best Research Article Award' category in Biostatistics. Recently, he has been appointed as a Lecturer-Researcher in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Labé. Contact: +22995306612/+224627812787, castrohounmenou@gmail.com

M. Castro Gbêmêmali Hounmenou holds a PhD in Statistics-Probability and is a post-doctoral researcher in Biostatistics and Artificial Intelligence at the Research and Training Center in Infectiology of Guinea (CERFIG), Gamal Nasser University of Cona... Show more